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W849 RSF

2000 Gilera Cougar

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,068 mi
Last recorded8,068 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2013
Typical for 2000 Gilera Cougar6,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW849 RSF
MakeGilera
ModelCougar
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2013 8,068 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 8,042 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 4,425 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 3,953 miles

How Reliable is the Gilera Cougar?

Based on 7,923 MOT tests across 1,170 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
624
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,170
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 386
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 372
Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) 320
Drive chain excessively loose 235
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 190
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W849 RSF is a 2000 Gilera Cougar in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Gilera Cougar models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 6,030 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Gilera Cougar fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 386 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W849 RSF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Gilera Cougar typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this Gilera Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W849 RSF registered?

W849 RSF is a 2000 Gilera Cougar, first registered on 30 May 2000.

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